White Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit White Town
Popular places to visit
Pondicherry Promenade Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Pondicherry Promenade Beach during your trip to White Town? Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Temple
Pilgrims flocks to this lively temple to say prayers at the sacred shrines devoted to the Hindu gods Lord Ganesh and Lord Murugan.
Pondicherry Lighthouse
You can find out about the history of Puducherry with a stop at Pondicherry Lighthouse. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
French War Memorial
You can find out about the history of Puducherry with a trip to French War Memorial. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
French Institute
Explore the campus of French Institute as part of your travels around Puducherry. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
Sri Aurobindo Ashram
Learn about the local history of Puducherry with a stop at Sri Aurobindo Ashram. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
Activities
Day Trip to Mahabalipuram (Curated Private Sightseeing Experience)
Exclusive Day Tour from Chennai to Discover Pondicherry
Pondicherry day trip from Chennai by Wonder tours
Heritage & Cultural Walking Tour of Pondicherry
1-Hour Traditional Kolam Art class using Colored Flour with Guide
1-Hour Guided Saree and Veshti Workshop in Puducherry
Our pick of the best White Town Hotel Deals
The Promenade Pondicherry
Literally across from the beach front! Very convenient stay to get to the beach and walk to White Town/ French Colony.
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
La Plage SeaView Suites
The staff is very helpful. Location is best. Food is decent.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Treebo Grace Inn, 3 Min Walk From Promenade Beach
The hotel was ok,passable. The room was a good size and had a decent smart tv,which was appreciated with a teenager in tow. The room looked clean but didnt feel clean,which I know isnt a useful review. The location was very handy for shops,ATM, eateries etc. A 10 minute walk to the beach,but you ...
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025
Le Dupleix
Beautiful renovated 18th century property, walking distance to the beach and other attractions, staff was excellent. Enjoy
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2025
Petit Palais
Hotel Staff were very friendly and helpful it was a pleasant stay in a charming room. It was nice to have the pool for a refreshing swim on a hot day. Breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2025
Treebo Aaravi Residency, 800 Mtrs From Promenade Beach
Value for money , located centrally and they have the best staff always willing to help . I would love to give them a seven stars. Ganesh was amazing too .
Reviewed on 27 July 2025
Other neighbourhoods around White Town
Heritage Town
Heritage Town is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Sri Aurobindo Ashram and Pondicherry Lighthouse if you have time to explore the area.
Pondicherry Beach
Travellers like the monuments in Pondicherry Beach, and Pondicherry Lighthouse is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Balamurugan Nagar
Though Balamurugan Nagar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sacred Heart of Jesus and Botanical Gardens.
Bharathidasan Nagar
Bharathidasan Nagar might not have many top sights, but Botanical Gardens and Sacred Heart of Jesus are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Mothilal Nagar
Though Mothilal Nagar may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sacred Heart of Jesus and Sri Aurobindo Ashram.
